Pipeline Engineer

4 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Quanta Services Full time
About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, a leading provider of engineering, design, procurement, construction, and support services, is based in Channelview, TX. We serve the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage, and terminal industries nationwide. Our team offers individual project services and turnkey EPC project implementation.

We possess the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems across various industrial applications.

About this Role

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experienced Pipeline Engineer to join our Professional Engineering Consulting team. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of professional engineers and designers specializing in Energy Projects.

Job Summary

The Pipeline Engineer will be responsible for developing mechanical design parameters, including design concept, engineering criteria, equipment specifications, equipment selections, third-party encroachments, code interpretations, and analysis for Midstream Facilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct line sizing calculations, pipe support load analysis, and nozzle load stress evaluations per applicable codes and standards.
  • Specialize in code interpretation of Gathering, Transmission, and Distribution systems.
  • Facilitate baseline pipeline assessments, including HCA, EFRD, AC, CP, and Class Location Studies.
  • Conduct Horizontal Directional Drill and Bore Stress Analysis and Design.
  • Facilitate Geotechnical Investigation and Field Studies.
  • Produce hydraulic fracture capacity studies.
  • Conduct pipeline buoyancy calculations and buoyancy control technique.
  • Yield hot tap and stopple specifications.
  • Review and approve site development and crossing entity permits.
  • Conduct API 1117 In-Service Pipeline Lowering Stress Evaluations.
  • Encroachment Studies, including API 1102 Road & Railroad Crossing Calculations.
  • Technical review/acceptance of pressure testing activities, including MAOP/MOP validation.
  • Pipeline Route selection support.
  • Alignment Sheet review and technical support.
  • Knowledge of standard manufacturing methods (machining, grinding, welding).
  • Knowledge of materials engineering, metallurgy, or related.
  • Independent review of project schematics, PPFDs, and P&IDs.
  • Conduct impact reviews to evaluate the effect of proposed development and construction activities within the vicinity of pipeline right-of-way.
  • Perform pipeline stress analysis associated with encroachment activities, including heavy equipment, roadway, and railroad crossings over existing pipeline.
  • Perform seismic vibration analysis of proposed seismic survey operations, blasting operations, and construction-induced vibrations activities near or within pipeline right-of-way.
Requirements
  • Expert in the application of Title 49 CFR Parts 192, 195.
  • ASME B31.3, ASME B31.4, ASME B31.8.
  • Interface with private and governmental agencies, third-party owners, developers, contractors, engineers, and potential partners to define project parameters and proposal scenarios.
  • Coordinate and communicate project-specific mechanical deliverables with team members of all disciplines.
  • Research, review, and design integration of Company Standards, Municipality Requirements, and Regulatory Codes as it pertains to project deliverables.
  • Review of site-specific geotechnical reports for purposes of site development.
  • Perform independent QA/QC of drawing deliverables.
  • Review other discipline deliverables to ensure mechanical design is properly executed and aligns with project objectives.
  • Perform field-related work to obtain design pertinent information as needed.
  • Review and respond to project RFI's throughout project-life.
  • Review third-party vendor drawings to ensure compatibility with intended mechanical design.
Qualifications
  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Select candidates are required to participate in an in-person technical interview.
  • Extreme attention to detail, process orientation, and relentless focus on accuracy with a sense of urgency towards project objectives.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to establish priorities among drawing deliverables.
  • Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability to work independently or with engineering and design teams of other disciplines.
  • Ability to react promptly and efficiently shift priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written as well as presentation skills.
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Petroleum Engineering.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas.
  • Minimum 1+ years of experience in midstream energy or petrochemical sector.
  • Experience in the following software/programs: CAESAR II, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite.

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